Returning to Light: The Journey of the Crooked River Lighthouse’s Historic Fresnel Lens The Crooked River Lighthouse has long stood as a beacon in the maritime history of Florida. First lit on October 28, 1895, it originally featured a rare 4th Order Bivalve Fresnel Lens. Crafted in 1894 by the renowned French lens and clockmaker … Continue reading ILLUMINATING APPARATUS: Jewel of the Forgotten Coast